The night was young, not a cloud in sight and the crescent moon hung high in the sky. Ashin and Maya had just left the club and embarked on a journey within the Urban district.
'You wanted to go to the club, we did. You wanted to leave the club just as quick, we did. Your wish is my command, where to now?' Ashin teased Maya as he walked behind her, both arms wrapped around her waist.
'I don't know, let's see where the night takes us, don't you just love an adventure.' Maya giggled, fully aware she wasn't making any sense, but loved that Ashin gave just as much silliness back.
'Adventure it is, Ma'am.' Ashin mocked as he picked her up from behind and spun her round, Maya's laughter filled the empty street. This late she would usually rush home, as it was never safe for women alone at night, especially for people who weren't coders. However, tonight she felt safe in Ashin's arms.
'That was so much fun, carry me again this time a piggyback!' Maya announced as if she was declaring a new law. She gestured to Ashin to get low with devilish smile.
'Yes Ma'am, at your command.' Ashin bent down while Maya hopped onto his back, he picked her up and stood with ease that made her heart skip a beat. She was a tall girl, slender or not she knew she wasn't light; his strength made her blush. Suddenly she was very aware of his hands holding her thighs, inches from her ass. Her breasts were firmly pressed against him from behind; without the music and lights of the club, this felt more intimate than them dancing against each other.
Ashin's thoughts were the same although he was better at masking it. 'So, what are you studying at Uni?' He asked to divert his mind elsewhere.
'Don't laugh okay, but you'll be surprised.' Maya warned.
'Go on.'
'I study… Art.' She spoke under her breath.
'WHAT?' Ashin was shocked as in this day and age if not code there were only a handful of other subjects that people spent their time and money on. Otherwise, there was no point, but Art was something of a lost subject. 'Okay definitely a surprise! Why though?' Ashin was curious.
'No major reason, I just enjoy it. I'm sure you've gathered by now I don't spend time on things I don't like. Same goes for the opposite, I go for anything I like, no need to overthink it.' She directed her last line to him as she rested her cheek against his.
Ashin picked up on her cue. 'Jokes aside, I like that about you, life is too short to complicate things.' He spoke as though he could relate. 'So where am I taking you Maya?' He changed the subject, Ashin did that quite often when he felt the conversation was gearing towards himself.
'How about yours?' Maya whispered in his ear. Ashin paused for a moment.
'Are you sure?' He looked at her, their faces inches apart. Maya smiled nodding approval, and Ashin made his way, the excitement evident on his face.
The pair silently tip toed down the halls of student accommodation, Ashin led her to his room closing the door making sure it didn't creak. Maya toured the small room inspecting every detail, trying to find out more about Ashin. There was a lot scattered here and there but nothing personal, she noticed that despite his friendliness he didn't reveal much about himself.
Ashin put on some music to drown out any noise that traversed the walls as though he had done this before.
'Looking for anything in particular?' Ashin spoke as he crept up behind Maya on the desk, he didn't wait till she answered the question though. From behind he began kissing her, behind the ear, her neck, her shoulder. Moving slowly between each kiss letting his hands discover her body.
Maya moaned in response to his touch, she liked this side of him, after letting her take charge the entire night, she enjoyed submitting to him.
He lifted her cardigan and cupped her breasts, teasing her nipples. Maya pushed herself onto him rubbing her body against his hardness. A moan escaped Ashin's mouth in between his caresses.
'Fuck, I'm sorry Maya I really can't wait.' Ashin warned as he picked her over his shoulder and placed her on his bed. Maya squealed in shock and excitement but simply surprised by his strength once again. Ashin removed his top to reveal a chiselled torso, one that would put even athletes to shame. The moonlight shining through the window revealed multiple scars on his body, Maya wanted to ask but knew now wasn't the time, instead she hovered her hands over them.
Maya released her hair and began removing her clothes seductively letting Ashin watch, she could feel his impatience and she liked it. He climbed on top of her tracing her bare skin with his fingers till he parted her legs, his fingers teased her until they made their way inside.
Ashin could feel her wetness, it just made him crave her more. With every flick, he would watch her response, wanting to make her feel intense pleasure, he studied her reactions making sure to find her favourite spot. Once found, he kept his rhythm smooth and continued to massage it till Maya's moans filled his ear.
She screamed as she orgasmed, he pressed his lips on hers to muffle her sounds, while her body shivered around his arm. As Maya calmed down, he released his kiss and bit her lip before letting go.
'Ashin.' She spoke.
'Maya.' He replied.
'That was…' Maya couldn't find the words.
'No, you are!' Ashin cut her off before she could find them with another passionate kiss, she held his face bringing him in for more. Ashin moved himself between her legs, slowly he began to press himself against her wetness.
'Wait!' Maya froze.
He stopped abruptly.
'Condom?' Maya asked.
'SHIT!'
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Ashin and Maya both lay on the bed staring at the ceiling with only the moon to light up their night. Ashin was trying to compose himself after their abrupt pause. The pace had slowed down anticlimactically, his eyes were closed, breaths were long.
Maya turned to face him, her eyes longing. 'Sorry.' She felt slightly guilty for the way things stopped. 'Should I… leave?
'WHAT? Why? Maya, who do you think I am?' Ashin propped himself up slightly to make sure he could study her expression. 'I like spending time with you sex or not.' He replied easing her unnecessary insecurities. 'What kind of animal would I be if I couldn't control myself?' He smiled trying to bring her back to him.
Maya released the tension inside of her with a small smirk. 'I kind of like it when you can't control yourself though.' She teased as she let her hand wonder under the covers. Despite Ashin's relaxed demeanour he was always composed, this made Maya enjoy the idea of him losing composure. Especially, when it was because of her, it made her feel powerful.
She continued as he hardened under her touch, he laid back as Maya's hands relived him. Both Ashin and Maya enjoyed each other's bodies in the moon lit room under the guise of lust, but there was something else growing between them.
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On an isolated bench in the stillness of the night, Camilla sat still, not sure how to react to seeing Cassius' fangs on display. She simple watched as Cassius' tongue tickled her palm, after extracting as much as he could from the small scratch, he made sure to peck her wound farewell. Traces of her blood still evident on his lips.
Why didn't this scare her? Why wasn't she running? The thoughts escaped her mind and instead, she just found herself staring at his lips and the fangs that lay on them neatly, making his handsome face look devilishly enticing. She wanted more.
Her hand moved subconsciously; her fingers traced Cassius' lip wiping the blood away. 'Is it that good?' Camilla asked wondering how this man who was fazed by nothing looked so vulnerable under her blood.
Cassius took hold of her fingers and sucked the final few drops, Camilla let out an involuntary moan as her whole body twinged under his urges. 'Very.' All he said was one word but that was enough to make Camilla weak between her thighs. His eyes were focused on her, he could sense her lust.
'Why me?' She asked as she brushed her fingers over his fangs as though that would help her understand.
Cassius brought her closer into him so he could feel her breath. 'I'm not sure yet. All I know is that I want you.' He said as his lips travelled over her expression, his hand on her nape, he guided her lips towards his. 'I want to explore why, may I?' He asked already knowing the answer. Cassius allowed his lips to meet hers, the kiss felt new like a world of possibilities came with it.
'Are you not scared?' Cassius was curious as he loosened his hold on her.
'No, I don't understand why either.' Camilla felt too much, she wasn't sure how to process or react it all.
They were interrupted by a group of drunk men wobbling around, hovering around the two. Although annoying, it gave Camilla a chance to breathe and come out of her trance. However, not for long as Cassius wasn't fond of interruptions. As soon as the group took a step too close his eyes burned blood red as though someone ignited them.
'Leave.' His glasses cracked under the pressure of his power.
With just one word the group turned around and left the two alone once again. Camilla knew of Vampire powers from her studies but had never seen it play out in person. 'Have you ever… on me?' She felt the disappointment in chest, doubting whether the first time she ever felt anything for someone else was all just manipulation.
Cassius let out a small laugh at her question as he removed his glasses, they were no longer necessary. 'I couldn't even if I wanted to, you are … different.' He paused thinking about his choice of words, for now different was all he could pin it down to.
Camilla couldn't help but smile as relief showed on her face. 'Good, then nothing has really changed. I also still want to explore this with you, and I don't know why but you being a vampire doesn't change that fact.' Camilla didn't think it was required to mention that it made him more appealing to her.
Cassius finally regaining his usual composure stood up and thought Camilla needed to be fully informed of everything if this was to continue. He wasn't sure why, but he felt she could handle knowing, he felt that she could handle him.
After explaining to Camilla how she could be in potential danger because of her blood and the encrypted earrings that could hide her scent, the sun was beginning to rise behind them.
Camilla listened silently trying to take all of it in, the reality of her situation had already sobered her up. 'Okay, I might need some time to really gather my thoughts.' Camilla finally spoke. 'For now, I will wear these.' She looked down at the cuffed earrings, they were simple in design, gold with red rubies ingrained. 'Think of the blood you tasted today as payment for them. I want to continue seeing you Cassius, but I'm not sure how to. So, for now, let's make a deal.'
Camilla stood up close to him, hoping she looked strong in her decision. 'I will give you … my blood... In exchange you will offer me your services.'
'Services?' Cassius raised an eyebrow, wondering if she meant what he thought.
'Yes, mainly protection for now. But I don't know maybe more, I'd like to keep my options open.' Camilla elaborated.
Cassius couldn't help but laugh at what his long life had brought him to; he was now bargaining with a human, yet he was simply amused at the whole situation.
'Deal.' Agreeing to her terms, he pulled Camilla in by the waist and sealed her fate with a fierce, passionate kiss.